1) Read 'The Enlightenment Spreads' pgs 202-205. Take detailed notes using CORNELL. While many monarchs were resistant to this change in thinking, some embraced it and wanted to be known as 'enlightened'. As such they have been referred to as 'Enlightened despots.' Make sure you really look at the 3 examples on pages 204-205 (Frederick the Great, Joseph II, and Catherine the Great).
When and where did they rule and what were their accomplishments?
Frederick the Great: Prussia, 1740-1786/ Granted many religious freedoms, reduced censorship, and improved education.
Joseph II: Austria, 1780-1790/ Abolished serfdom, ordered that peasants be paid for their labor with cash.
Catherine the Great: Russia, 1762-1796/ Gave nobles absolute power over the serfs.
How did they reflect the new Enlightenment ideals?
Inspired by Enlightenment ideas, colonial leaders decided to do the unthinkable, they broke away from their ruling country and found an independent republic.
2) In your summary, using what you have learned about the Enlightenment, answer the following question:
What are some of the ways that western culture changed in response to Enlightenment ideas? Be sure to mention the baroque, neoclassical, and classical styles.
Because of the Enlightenment, new art styles and music was widely known, such as the baroque (Characterized by a grand, ornate design), and neoclassical (new classical).
3) Think about People TODAY who you would considered to be ENLIGHTENED thinkers. Research what they have done - justify your choice in a paragraph.
Homework:
1) Read 'The Enlightenment Spreads' pgs 202-205. Take detailed notes using CORNELL. While many monarchs were resistant to this change in thinking, some embraced it and wanted to be known as 'enlightened'. As such they have been referred to as 'Enlightened despots.' Make sure you really look at the 3 examples on pages 204-205 (Frederick the Great, Joseph II, and Catherine the Great).
When and where did they rule and what were their accomplishments?
Frederick the Great: Prussia, 1740-1786/ Granted many religious freedoms, reduced censorship, and improved education.Joseph II: Austria, 1780-1790/ Abolished serfdom, ordered that peasants be paid for their labor with cash.
Catherine the Great: Russia, 1762-1796/ Gave nobles absolute power over the serfs.
How did they reflect the new Enlightenment ideals?
Inspired by Enlightenment ideas, colonial leaders decided to do the unthinkable, they broke away from their ruling country and found an independent republic.2) In your summary, using what you have learned about the Enlightenment, answer the following question:
What are some of the ways that western culture changed in response to Enlightenment ideas? Be sure to mention the baroque, neoclassical, and classical styles.
Because of the Enlightenment, new art styles and music was widely known, such as the baroque (Characterized by a grand, ornate design), and neoclassical (new classical).3) Think about People TODAY who you would considered to be ENLIGHTENED thinkers. Research what they have done - justify your choice in a paragraph.